playbutton

noun
UK /ˈpleɪˌbʌtən/
US /ˈpleɪˌbʌtən/

A playbutton is a small button you press to start a video, song, or game.

Tap the playbutton to watch the cartoon.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The triangular symbol on a screen that shows where to press to begin playback.

The playbutton appeared in the middle of the video screen.

3. A physical button on a device such as a remote or toy that starts playback.

He pressed the playbutton on the remote to start the movie.

4. A button on a music app or website that begins playing a track or playlist.

Click the playbutton next to the song title to hear it.